Description
Indulge in the warmth of Classic German Goulash, a hearty stew featuring tender beef chunks simmered in a rich, paprika-infused sauce. This comforting dish is complemented by sweet caramelized onions and carrots, making it a perfect choice for cozy family dinners or chilly nights. Serve it over noodles or with crusty bread for an unforgettable meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 medium yellow onions, diced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp sweet paprika
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Dice onions and carrots; mince garlic cloves.
- Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef chunks on all sides (5–7 minutes).
- Add Aromatics: Stir in onions and garlic; sauté until translucent (3–4 minutes). Add paprika.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix in carrots, tomato paste, beef broth, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently.
- Cook: Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is fork-tender.
- Serve: Remove bay leaves; ladle into bowls topped with sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg